How to uninstall The Raiser's Edge 7

The following solution provides steps for uninstalling The Raiser's Edge from a workstation or server

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Products:

Raiser_s_Edge_RE

If uninstalling the Raiser's Edge from a server perform these functions as well as what is listed below:Note : Before you proceed with the following instructions, back up the database. If your organization integrates multiple Blackbaud products, refer to the Additional Requirements section of the backup article.

Remove any of the following related registry entries for The Raiser's Edge:

Note: Incorrect changes to registry settings can cause serious system problems that may be irreversible without reinstallation of the operating system. You must back up your registry before making any registry changes. We are not responsible for damage resulting from incorrect use of the Registry Editor.

Registry entries for 64-bit Operating Systems:

HKEY_Current_User\Software\Blackbaud\RE* (includes sub-keys)

HKEY_Local_Machine\Software\Wow6432Node\Blackbaud\The Raiser's Edge 7

HKEY_Local_Machine\Software\Wow6432Node\Blackbaud\Raisers Edge

HKEY_Local_Machine\Software\Wow6432Node\Blackbaud\ - any keys that begin with REINI

Note: An alternate method for launching The Raiser's Edge uninstaller is to run the following command from a Run line: msiexec /x {3ED92977-5FCD-11D3-9293-00104BD34E29} This method will not work if you already ran the uninstall Programs and Features.

Note: If performing an un-install/re-install proceed to the following Knowledgebase Solutions for installing on a Server or for installing on a Workstation.